I have been a United States Naval Academy Information Officer (Blue & Gold Officer) for over 15 years. I asked a similar question of my Area Coordinator to present to USNA Admissions. He told me that my concerns that sailors are mandated to participate in LGBT "celebrations" were unfounded. That is not what I've heard from people I know, including senior officers, who are currently serving. I never received an answer from USNA Admissions. As a result, I submitted my resignation as a matter of conscience. Unless I could represent to Candidates and their families that their religious freedoms would be protected, I could not recommend they proceed. In addition, the current SecNav Ray Mabus named a ship for Harvey Milk. Milk was a junior officer who reportedly sought young enlisted sailors for sex. He accepted a less than honorable discharge to avoid charges of fraternization. His biography reported his attraction to young boys and bringing a 16 year old boy to live with him for sex. This was further evidence of the state of LGBT influence in our military that often challenges the religious convictions of those serving.

I applaud the actions of President Harrison and Director Muehler in seeking protection for those serving in our Armed Forces.